I’m sure you can visualize the scene when Pochita said this line to Denji in the very famous anime Chainsaw Man. I can’t explain how much I liked the scene. They both are on the verge of dying after being attacked by a devil while Denji gives his final words to him. The scene shows so much affection and love the two have for each other. Many of you will also agree with me right!
However, there are some people out there who might have seen the anime on crunchyroll or any other site but could not exactly figure out what is the orange dog. Well, today is your lucky day my friends! I will help you figure out the importance of him in the Chainsaw Man. For those who are planning to watch it.
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Who is He?
The very first question that someone might be thinking is what and who exactly is he? He is the chainsaw devil, the overarching protagonist of the show. Meaning he is the center piece that led to the creation of the protagonist, who is Denji.
While losing consciousness, after he was killed, Denji made a deal with him, and he took over his heart. In return Denji got resurrected as the ‘’Chainsaw Man.” In reality the orange dog you see is the devil of the fear of chainsaws.
Even though his past has not been revealed in the anime, according to the manga, he fought a deadly fight with the four horsemen group of devils. So, to save himself, he transformed into the cute little orange dog with a chainsaw sticking out of his head, as you see in the first episode.
His Various Forms
The show has kept the suspense of his past, but the manga readers already know his original form before he met Denji. I might be breaking the suspense by revealing so much information that is yet to be adapted in the anime but nevermind. The fans would still be awed by the representation of his past in the anime.
True Form
His true form is a large human devil with four arms as chainsaws and one appearing in the place of the head. It is similar to Denji’s hybrid form. Furthermore, an intestine connected to his stomach is wrapped like a collar around his neck.
This devil form is the most powerful form of his which has the power to defeat any devil. However, the hybrid form is a lesser version of this form, but if the contract between the two is ever broken, this form will be unleashed. A bad call for Denji if it ever happens.
Post- Fatally Wounded Form
After his fatal fight with the Four Horsemen and Weapon Devils, he became a small orange devil in the shape of a dog. The chainsaw appears at the center of his head while his tail is the cord. With a handle emerging from his body, he appears like a small chainsaw.
Hybrid Form
After taking over Denji’s heart, his powers are fused with his heart, thus creating a hybrid body of Denji and making him the Chainsaw Man. The true form of Pochita is shrunken to a very small size. He has also lost his chainsaw from his head and the handles too. However, the cute little face with canines still remains.
After emerging with him, Denji now has a cord in his chest which is attached to Pochita’s head. He is able to turn into the Chainsaw Man after pulling the cord. His head transforms into a chainsaw while his arms turn into the blades of the chainsaw.
What is His Role?
When I was watching the anime, I always wondered about this question. As a matter of fact, I found the whole anime quite mysterious. Maki, the seemingly calm and quiet character, always has been a mystery to me as well as Pochita.
I’m sure many of you must be feeling the same way after watching the first season. So many plot twists, mysteries, everything quite confusing. You should note one thing in the whole anime that he plays an important part, and a lot has to be revealed about him in the series. Even though the manga readers know nearly everything about the show, the anime watchers need to have some patience for now.
Why is He Feared by Devils?
The Chainsaw Devil is regarded as the devil that is feared among the others. He is one of the strongest of all the devils in the whole series. No one would believe that the cute little orange dog in the first few episodes would be such a feared entity.
The Chainsaw Devil’s uniqueness lies in his unusual power. Fear is an important factor in determining the power of the devil. The more it is feared, the more powerful it is. Now, even though he is a devil, he is usually more feared among his likes the most.
The reason is that he possesses the unique ability to erase the whole existence of a devil. Mostly, all the devils killed on earth are sent to hell. However, if they ever encounter the Chainsaw Devil, he consumes the devil, and they cease to exist forever. Thus, making him a source of fear. He is the only one who has the power to eliminate devils.
This is the reason why many devils are after Denji, because Pochita is inside him. Even Makima wants control over the powers of the Chainsaw Devil so that she becomes more powerful to create her new world.
Pochita and Denji’s Bond
Chainsaw Man portrays their friendship in such a subtle way which truly represents a true connection. The first few episodes might be gloomy, but their bond brings a subtle smile on everyone’s face. But every story has a tragedy, and their’s led to Denji becoming the chainsaw man after Pochita became his heart unleashing his true devil powers into Denji.
Every devil has its weaknesses, and the Chainsaw Devil is no exception. Even after the immense powers he has, he still has some breaking points. His biggest weakness is the love he has for Denji.
This might serve as an advantage to his enemies. If they want to weaken Pochita, they can target Denji. You can very well figure out their bond in the first few episodes of the anime. In his weakened from, Denji was his companion throughout.
While Denji was dying, Pochita sacrificed himself to be able to be with him and became his heart. He decided to fulfil Denji’s dream by immersing his powers into him, but due to the contract signed, Pochita can take over Denji’s body if it ever gets broken and take his true form.
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Final Note
The anime adaptation of The Chainsaw Man, manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto into the show has not disappointed the fans in any way. With its captivating storyline and immensely confusing plots, including the mysterious personalities of the characters, the anime has stood out with its unbending visuals and dialogues.
Along with the powerful characters, especially Pochita, Makima and many others, the anime is yet to explore their true powers, although the manga readers already have the knowledge about it. The fans are eagerly waiting for a second season which might give insights into the past of these mysterious characters.